Internet has practically become an essential part of daily life. If you're planning to start a business or move, and internet speed is an important factor for you, this list shows the average internet speed of all 50 states.

The list and image come from Broadview Networks and is based on Akamai's quarterly "State of the Internet" report. The speed averages are measured in Mbps and reflect the state as a whole. Here are a few of the top states:

Virginia - 13.7 Mbps

Delaware - 13.1 Mbps

Massachusetts - 13.1 Mbps

Rhode Island - 12.9 Mbps

D.C. - 12.8 Mbps

If speed is imperative to you, might want to avoid the bottom few. States like Alaska, Arkansas, Kentucky, Montana, and West Virginia are all an average of 7.5 Mbps or less. For more information, and the complete list, check the link below.